Israel has officially informed the United States of its readiness to conduct independent military operations against Iran should Tehran's ballistic missile program cross a designated "red line."
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that this information was published by the Jerusalem Post, citing sources within the Israeli Defense Ministry. According to the report, Tel Aviv is prepared to act unilaterally if the Iranian leadership continues its current trajectory regarding long-range missile development. Israeli officials emphasized to their American counterparts that the program for the development and production of ballistic missiles poses an existential threat to the state of Israel.
The report further indicates that the Israeli military has already finalized specialized operational plans aimed at striking Iran's primary production facilities to disrupt its strategic capabilities. However, according to the Axios portal, US President Donald Trump does not currently consider a military strike on Iran to be a necessary course of action, reflecting a difference in immediate tactical priorities between the two nations.
Tensions between Israel and Iran have historically centered on Tehran's nuclear ambitions and its regional influence. Israel has frequently conducted operations to prevent the proliferation of advanced weaponry in the Middle East, often citing the "Begin Doctrine," which advocates for preemptive strikes to neutralize perceived existential threats. The current geopolitical landscape in the region remains sensitive as international actors monitor the balance of power and the potential for escalation in the Persian Gulf.
